There is no specific theme to the call, but 4bid curates the evening according to the received applications, looking for a coherence of the event. If your work is not being considered for the coming H&L it will be kept in the archive and possibilities for showing it may arise in the future. 4bid reaches out to look for interesting work, so if you are showing in Amsterdam or vicinity do not hesitate to contact us.

Highs & Lows is an event produced by 4bid and promoted by OT301 No Culture Without Subculture and OT301 Music and Dance here in Studio301 Amsterdam.

Each H&L4bid invite a member of the audience, writer or critic to comment/review the night. A professional photographer is also part of the deal, providing with a CD for each artist/group invited.

HOW DOES 4BID SUPPORT THE PERFORMERS – ARTISTS ? – An opportunity for national and international artists to present their work in OT301, 4bid gallery – covering of the costs of production depends on the success of the night. The income of paying tickets is shared. – Accommodation in OT301 for the night of the performance as well as bar drinks and breakfast. – Photo documentation – 4bid will cover as many technical requirements as possible – Participation at the special artist breakfast, feedback session program on Thursday 14th, 11am. Accommodation IS part of the program for the night following the event, as well as the ‘Artist Breakfast’ the morning after, in 4bid gallery, where you (the guests) and eventually audience members if they wish to join, can discuss and share feedback on the work, express their visions and suggestions moderated by one of the members of the team of H&L.

4bid runs no-profit but try to support the art and especially the artist with what 4bid can, positively. The income of the evening will go towards rent of the location and any extra will be given to the participating artists in equal parts.